The West Orange, N.J. native and former St. Patrick High School star was left off the list of reserves despite a brilliant season in which he’s averaging 24.2 points, 4.9 assists and 4.2 rebounds while shooting 48% from the field and 42% from deep.

The NBA All-Star Game format will look different this season, but one thing is always the same. There is a debate to be had about which players deserve

Among those to make the cut are first-timer Victor Wembanyama and 21st-timer LeBron James. Six teams had multiple selections, while only two teams above .500 — the Dallas Mavericks and Sacramento Kings — had none. The game is once again stacked with recognizable talent, but there were plenty more players beyond the 24 players selected.

NBA trade rumors are heating up with the deadline just one week away. No big names have been moved yet, but the rumor mill has been flooded with tons of new intel as everyone around the league tries to improve either their short- or long-term outlook.

De'Aaron Fox reportedly wasn't the one to approach the Sacramento Kings regarding a trade. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Kings initiated

Fox is the new name on the market after sending signals he doesn't want to commit long term to the Kings. Meanwhile, Butler remains suspended as the Heat decide his future.

The Fever star declined an invitation to participate in a special challenge during NBA All-Star weekend next month, her representatives at Excel Sports said Wednesday.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will not participate in the NBA vs. WNBA 3-point challenge at next month’s NBA All-Star Game festivities, opting to make her 3-point contest debut at the WNBA’s All-Star Game in July.